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Arizona Vortex is an artificial high directional
Lance Piatt

Arizona Vortex Tripod Configuration

The Arizona Vortex Tripod: A Versatile High-Directional Solution The Arizona Vortex, known for its versatility and adaptability in technical rescue scenarios, offers multiple configurations to

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Arizona Vortex
A-frame and Easel A-Frame applications
Lance Piatt

Introduction to the Arizona Vortex

The Arizona Vortex: Revolutionizing Artificial High Directionals The Arizona Vortex Multipod stands as the originator and gold standard of modern artificial high directionals (AHDs). With

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Highline Overview A Case Study
highline anchor systems
Lance Piatt

Highline Overview A Case Study

Highline Overview A Case Study Highline Overview A Case Study is about preparedness – an advantage in the world of rescue and rigging—it’s an absolute

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SMC Vector Gin Pole
ahd rope rescue
Lance Piatt

SMC Vector Gin Pole

Lightweight Solutions for Backcountry Rescue When it comes to backcountry rescue, weight and portability are critical. The SMC Vector Gin Pole offers an elegant solution,

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Petzl Spin Pulley Series
and the L1D. The Spin lineup
Lance Piatt

Petzl Spin Pulley Series Overview

A Deep Dive into Advanced Pulley Systems The Petzl Spin Pulley Series has revolutionized technical rescue and work-at-height scenarios by offering unmatched efficiency, versatility, and

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Petzl Spin Pulley Series
hauling systems
Lance Piatt

Petzl Spin Pulley Series Overview

An Introduction to the Spin Pulley Series and More The Petzl Spin Pulley Series represents the latest innovation in technical rescue and rigging equipment. During

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vt prusik
and bends
Lance Piatt

VT Prusik Testing & Reliability

The Importance of Testing and Understanding the VT Prusik Hitch The VT (6/1) Prusik Hitch isn’t just another tool in a rescuer’s kit; it represents

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Resultant Forces in Two-Rope Tension Systems
A vector is a measure of force and direction
Lance Piatt

Resultant Forces in Two-Rope Tension Systems

Understanding Resultant Forces in Two-Rope Tension Systems Resultant forces play a critical role in ensuring the stability and efficiency of high directional systems, especially when

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